Tuesday 21st July 2009

Will Smith Tribute Acts: Shad Ellis

Shad Ellis began his career as a Will Smith lookalike and tribute act back in 1998 when someone spotted him on the tube in London and suggested that he look into it. He was entered into a nationwide lookalike contest and reached the finals, it was shown on London Tonight, Nickelodeon and a few other channels.

He received massive press and radio interest after his hugely successful television appearance and is constantly in demand around the world. He has performed in Spain, America, Switzerland, Ireland and Dubai, to name a few.

Career Highlights:

BBC Dragons Den
Appeared on the show to support his friend Andy Harmer (David Beckham lookalike) with his daunting sales presentation to the so called 'Dragons'

OK! Magazine Photo Shoot

Took part in a live show in Germany called Lebe Deinen Star!. It was a show for the 12 best national and international celebrity doubles and tribute acts. Channel viewers got to decide who would win the grand prize of 50,000 Euro's

Sky Festival in Manchester
Spent the weekend performing for E! Entertainment Channel in Manchester at the Sky festival. They gave Shad and a Johnny Depp lookalike the red carpet treament for 3 days and had over 700 pictures taken and signed autographs with members of the public.

Live on Stage in Soho (London)
An event held by Music28 and BVE at Club Attica in Soho, Shad co-hosted a live unsigned talent showcase alongside Choice FM's DJ Lucy Ambash. There were some great artistes there including Chevone Knight, Jhenaya Rheal, Alphonso and the Cauze 2kand Iman representing the UK unsigned music scene.

Fame anniversary in Amsterdam
5000 people turned out for the FAME music megastore 15th year anniversary festival at DAM Square in Amsterdam. Shad did a special guest appearance alongside many of Netherlands top celebrities.

On Set in South Korea
Filmed a TV commercial for the company LG which was a parody of Men in Black.

Will Smith Tribute Acts: Shad Ellis

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Monday 29th June 2009

West End Musicals Tribute Acts: Songs From The Shows

Songs From The Shows is an outstanding West End musicals and films tribute show.

Martin Green and Alex Head are professional singers and performers and have been involved in the entertainment industry for most of their working lives.

Songs From The Shows was launched in 2008 and offers a unique combination of songs from well known musicals and films. You'll hear outstanding solo performances from Martin and Alex along with a selection of hand picked duets. Songs from shows like Phantom of The Opera, Les Miserables, Beauty And The Beast as well as Abba, Grease and Queen.

This West End musicals tribute show is perfect for weddings, private parties and corporate events.

Reviews:
"What a fantastic show! Your musical chemistry with Alex was perfect along with your individual numbers. We both look forward to your next show" – John & Barbara Bellamy

"Thank you for a most entertaining evening last night" – George Fulling

"We enjoyed your Songs From The Shows performance at Woollcott House" – Ken Lee

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Friday 19th June 2009

80's Tribute Bands: The 80's Experience

The 80's Experience are the ultimate 80's tribute band having worked with some of the icons from that colourful era including Tony Hadley (Spandau Ballet) and Martin Fry (ABC).

Wacky hairstyles and outrageous fashion sense are all brought vividly back to life in this one of a kind tribute to this amazing decade in popular music history.

The band put a lot of effort into the show in an attempt to look and sound like their eighties heroes, you will see a staggering 15 costume changes throughout their full length performance.

Artistes include: Duran Duran, The Human League, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Madonna, Wham, Spandau Ballet, Adam Ant, Gary Numan, Kim Wilde and many more.

The show comes complete with a top of the range sound system and computer controlled lighting.

Reviews:
"A tribute band with a difference in that they paid homage to an entire decade, with great costume changes which culminated with an excellent impersonation of Adam Ant" – The Stage and Television Today.

"The ultimate tribute show, bringing you the best from this great musical era! This superb band includes some of the finest professional musicians in the country recreating some of the best No.1 hits of the 80’s with authentic costume changes, dynamic performances and high energy stage presence"

"My company hired the band to perform at our Christmas party in Grantham in December. I had to write to let you know what a fantastic night we had. The office were talking about the band for days. You were superb!"

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Sunday 14th June 2009

Bon Jovi Tribute Bands: Con Jovi

Con Jovi are an impressive Bon Jovi tribute band with more than 10 years of live performance experience under their belts. They've entertained audiences in many countries around the world.

All band members have worked in other Bon Jovi tribute bands in the past and they have now come together as Con Jovi to present a truly unmissable tribute to this celebrated rock icon.

The bands charismatic lead singer has appeared on BBC television and has been trained in music and acting. Con Jovi are visually and musically authentic to the original and aim to re-create the atmosphere and excitement of a live Bon Jovi gig.

The band play all the major hits such as 'Livin' On A Prayer' and 'It's my life'.

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Wednesday 10th June 2009

Ronan Keating Tribute Acts: Paul Sutton

It's widely accepted that Paul Sutton is the UK's top Ronan Keating tribute act, his career really took off after his hugely successful winning performance on ITV's 'Stars In Their Eyes' back in 2000. Since then, Paul has appeared all over the world, people are stunned by his strong vocal likeness to the man himself.

Paul has worked with a number of celebrities over the years including Barbara Windsor, Tony Hadley, Frank Carson, Cheryl Baker, Ricky Tomlinson and Vernon Kay to name a few.

Corporate clients include: Sony, Next, Pizza Hut, Tesco, La Senza, W.H. Smith, Butlins, Pontins, Hilton Hotels, Marriott Hotels and Jarvis Hotels. He has also toured the Caribbean and the Mediterranean on the Ocean Village Cruise Ship.

Television credits include: Coronation Street, Hollyoaks and Celebrity Scissor Hands.

Paul is an accomplished entertainer with a big personality and he never fails to impress.

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